strainslip

/ˈstreɪnˌslɪp/

Definitions

1. noun

A small displacement of the rail or track of a railway, tramway, or similar system, caused by uneven expansion or contraction of the metal due to changes in temperature.

“The strainslip on the railway track caused a delay in the train schedule.”

Synonyms

  • rail displacement
  • track shift

Antonyms

  • rail alignment
  • track stability